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Leverage

A method of trading using borrowed money that usually involves a very high level of risk.

Maturity date

The date on which a gilt is redeemed and the gilt holder receives the repayment of the nominal amount and final dividend or coupon payment.

Earnings per share

We look at what earnings per share mean and how to calculate it

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.

Investment Return

The amount of money made or lost from an investment. Usually expressed as a percentage.

Unit Trusts

A collective investment scheme the investors pay money into in exchange for units. The money is invested in a diversified portfolio of assets.

Bond

Learn what a bond is

Margin call

Learn what a margin call stands for in financial terms.

S&P 500

Find out what is the definition of the S&P 500 index.

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